8115--Custom Corrugated Shipping Boxes - DLS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Denver & Logistics Center (DLC), has a requirement for Custom Corrugated Shipping Boxes to distribute medical devices to Veterans. This is a pre-solicitation announcement for an anticipated single firm fixed-price, Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. An RFP is expected to be issued in approximately 30 days on SAM.gov.
Purpose & Scope
The VA requires an uninterrupted source of supply for custom corrugated shipping boxes to facilitate the distribution of medical devices directly to Veteran patients. The boxes must be constructed from "C flute," single-wall corrugated cardboard, rated at a minimum of 32 ECT (Edge Crush Test) or greater, with a minimum burst strength of 200 pounds per square inch. The maximum weight capacity for box contents is 65 pounds, and internal dimensions must match specifications exactly. Boxes must also meet EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines for recovered fiber content (40% postconsumer, 40% total recovered fiber). A list of 39 specific box sizes (CLINs 0001-0039) is provided.
Contract Details
The VA intends to award a single firm fixed-price IDIQ contract with a one-year base period and four (4) option years. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, considering price and past performance. This requirement will be solicited as a Full and Open procurement, with final evaluation factors defined in the upcoming solicitation.
Set-Aside & NAICS
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The primary NAICS code is 322211 – Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing.
Key Dates & Actions
A Request for Proposals (RFP) is anticipated to be issued in approximately 30 days on SAM.gov. All dates are subject to change. Prospective offerors must register their firm with the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and, if applicable, in the Veteran Small Business Certification database (for SDVOSB/VOSB). Offerors are encouraged to register their interest on the Contract Opportunities website to receive notifications.
Contact Information
Questions should be directed to the Contracting Officer, Eric Asper (eric.asper@va.gov), or the Contract Specialist, Andrea Torrano (andrea.torrano@va.gov).